Living and Wellness

You want to lead a healthier life, but don’t know how to get started. Read more here for an approach that helps you build a stronger, fitter body and mind.

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Celebrate World PH Day

May 5, 2016

More than 25 million people worldwide suffer from pulmonary hypertension. May 5 is the day to raise awareness of this life-altering condition. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pulmonary Hypertension
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Lung Disorders, Pulmonary hypertension, Pulmonology, World PH Day
Artículo - 2 Minute Read

Healthy Mexican Food: Making Your Favorite Dishes Heart-Healthy

May 4, 2016

Love fare from south of the boarder? Enjoy your favorite foods with these heart-healthy Mexican food recipes and substitutions. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Mexican food recipes, heart-healthy Mexican food
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

5 Healthy Gifts Mom Will Love

May 3, 2016

This Mother's Day, gift the gift of wellness. We've got five healthy Mother's Day gifts she's sure to love. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Fitness, Living and Wellness, Women's Health
Tagged with: Fitness Gifts, Healthy Mother's Day Gifts, Wellness Gifts
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When to Seek Help for a Bee or Wasp Sting

May 1, 2016

When should you seek medical treatment for a bee or wasp sting? Learn which kinds og stings can be treated at home and which treatment. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urgent Care
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: 911, bee sting reaction, bee stings, insect stings, wasp stings
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Heart-Healthy Recipes: Skillet Ham Hash Recipe

April 30, 2016

This skillet ham hash recipe makes for a heart-healthy meal at breakfast or brunch. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Healthy Cooking, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, Skillet Ham Hash
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

What New Moms Need to Know About Breastfeeding

April 28, 2016

Breastfeeding is a skill that must be learned by both mother and baby. Learn some tips and what to look out for while you're figuring it out. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Magee-Womens
Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health
Tagged with: breastfeeding, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, new moms, newborn baby
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Heart-Healthy Recipes: Tuna Niçoise in Lettuce Cups

April 24, 2016

Learn how to make tasty tuna niçoise in lettuce cups, a heart-healthy recipe. View Recipe

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: healthy recipes, heart healthy recipes, Heart-Healthy Recipes, Tuna Nicoise in Lettuce Cups
Artículo - 1 Minute Read

UPMC Leads Pittsburgh Marathon Medical Team

April 23, 2016

The UPMC medical team provides world-class medical care at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Safety, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon, running, UPMC Sports Medicine
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How Do Copper Cups Affect Your Health?

April 22, 2016

Drinking water from a copper cup yields no real health benefits, though use of these cups isn’t necessarily harmful either, according to experts. Learn More

Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Safety
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